PLOT SUMMARY::
Break-ups suck, so what's a better way to recover from it than playing video games with friends? But after four friends ends up playing a cursed video game, they realize that the characters they picked in their game came to the real world! How are they supposed to beat the game of life when life's already the hardest game there is?
Genre: Comedy, (BL?) Romance
WARNINGS: Language, Suggestive Language and References
Project Type: Comic/Motion Comic
MORE ABOUT THE PROJECT::
There's not much detail to the plot here because I'm actually planning on using the pages that I have done and colored as a test demo for animating for a bigger project. Not to mention for comic dubs in general! Perhaps if there is a kind of popularity behind the test animation and sequence though, it might be a continued project? Possibly! There's already a script and outline for it planned. For now though, it'd be awesome if you could help me out in figuring out the editing process for my future projects~
When it comes to this particular audition, don't hesitate to go over-the-top with some emotions! Some of the panels are wild in terms of dialogue and moments, so think of it almost like you're voicing a cartoon. It's a fun silly adventure, so don't be afraid to be fun and silly when voicing too!
For a better shot of character references as well as how the project will look in terms of art, check out the sample folder HERE!
AUDITION DEADLINE:: April 13th, 2019
The Notes For You::
- Have as clear of microphone quality as you can as you audition and go for this project. Because the less editing on my end, the more delightful that would be!
- Don't hesitate to do multiple tones and takes on a specific audition! It's why I have my e-mail for you, just in case you have more files to submit.
- It'd be dope if you had a Discord to keep in touch on vocal directions, but it's not required!
- This isn't a paid project, unfortunately. But I can offer stuff in return! I draw, I write, I edit, etc. So just let me know if there's anything I can do to help you guys out too.
- None as of yet! I'll jot down more things and answer questions for whatever you need!
CHARACTERS::
SHERIDAN EDMONTON -- Age 26. Gender-Fluid. Currently a college student going for a degree in theatre costume design and the eldest in the group of idiots. They have a bit of trouble coping with their anger issues, and harbor a strong sense of insecurity about their appearance. But nevertheless, Sheridan does have a kind heart. It's just often shown as a tough love kind of attitude, earning them the nickname Ice Queen.
MIKKELIS BJORGENSON -- AKA Kelis. Age 23. Male. A social media network promoter, who knows a bit about everyone and everyone to be really scary at the same time. He's a nice guy, but he's cunning and sly to the point of deviousness hidden behind his smile. He coaxes people into doing work for him alot, secretly hiding his procrastinating side, but he's the go-to guy for when you need advice and wisdom.
TRENTON MYERS -- AKA Trent. Age 24. Male. Childhood friends with Kelis who currently takes on part-time jobs in acting. He's snarky to all hell, and it annoys Sheridan to no end, but he doesn't mean it in a bad or malicious way. He's just kind of a jerk because he has issues making connections with people. But he tries his best to offer emotional support to his roommate, Liam, even though he thinks it's just Liam overreacting.
LIAM BERK -- Age 21. Male. The youngest of the group of idiots and a student studying as a computer science major. He's awkward and shy due to his crazy sense of social anxiety and over-reacting, but he opens up alot amongst his group of friends still. He's the mom-friend and worries about the others alot. But despite his sheepish outer appearance, he's actually got a darker side to him if you make him angry.
SHERIDAN EDMONTON -- Age 26. Gender-Fluid. Currently a college student going for a degree in theatre costume design and the eldest in the group of idiots. They have a bit of trouble coping with their anger issues, and harbor a strong sense of insecurity about their appearance. But nevertheless, Sheridan does have a kind heart. It's just often shown as a tough love kind of attitude, earning them the nickname Ice Queen. Is canologically 'male,' but male or females can audition for this role (because boy, he's pretty!).
Vocal Range: Normal-Pitched
Vocal Personality: Sarcastic in tone and kind of bitter in most of their words. Gets awkward when people get emotional around them, and so they don't typically handle emotions too well overall. They can still be nice though. To everyone except for Trent, that is. Sheridan's also a really sassy character too, with a good blend of wit, sarcasm, and anger in their words.
"You know... We still have time... To escape, I mean. We can just call him up and say 'Hey! Sorry I can't show up today! I've got...' I don't know... 'Better things to do!' Simple, right?"
[sigh] "Look, Liam. It's okay to be sad. I get it! Sometimes you just have to cry it out. But what's not okay is being sad when you have friends -- US -- trying to make you feel better. I mean, you even have me here, and I'm not much of a comforter. That means something, right?"
(Improvise some angry break-up dialogue! The more comedic, the better! Sheridan is a very petty person, after all.)
MIKKELIS BJORGENSON -- AKA Kelis. Age 23. Male. A social media network promoter, who knows a bit about everyone and everyone to be really scary at the same time. He's a nice guy, but he's cunning and sly to the point of deviousness hidden behind his smile. He coaxes people into doing work for him alot, secretly hiding his procrastinating side, but he's the go-to guy for when you need advice and wisdom. Is super smart himself, but he finds stupid people to be the sexiest thing. He also REALLY likes water, fish, and anything water or fish-related. Nobody knows why, but he freakin' loves mermaids.
Vocal Range: Normal to Lower Pitched
Vocal Personality: Kelis is a smooth talker, and he knows it. Everything he says kind of has this sugar-coating to it that sounds really nice to hear. But he's got his silly moments, perhaps sounding too pleasant and charming when he's saying something that really is annoying or really devious.
"I mean... We can't do too much on our end, to be honest. Liam needs to take care of himself first of all. But remember how you felt when YOU had that bad break-up, Sher? I know I remember my last break-up, and being alone was the last thing I wanted to be, that's for sure."
"Liam, take a break! We're here to take care of you, not the other way around. Take the chance to sit down and relax. We'll be sure to get everything settled for you."
"A... Merman...?! You can play as a merman in this game? [he mumbles to himself as he reads] Melkora... The merman berserker? I don't even care if he's not a mage. I'm playing him!"
TRENTON MYERS -- AKA Trent. Age 24. Male. Childhood friends with Kelis who currently takes on part-time jobs in acting. He's snarky to all hell, and it annoys Sheridan to no end, but he doesn't mean it in a bad or malicious way. He's just kind of a jerk because he has issues making connections with people. But he tries his best to offer emotional support to his roommate, Liam, even though he thinks it's just Liam overreacting. He flirts with almost every guy he sees -- regardless of if they're a real person or not. Because why not? It's fun for him.
Vocal Range: Normal to Lower Pitched
Vocal Personality: Trent is over-dramatic to the maximum, and he kind of takes everything as a joke. Over-the-top and eccentric in his mannerisms, he deflects his negative emotions with humor and flirtatious dialogue. Or by being rude, one or the other. It's not to be confused with the classic thespian tone people might want to go for. Think more along the lines of a dude-bro, weirdly enough.
"Someone call out for a god~? I thought I heard someone complaining out here. And guess what? It's the Ice Queen! You came all this way to bless me with that scowl too. Thanks, princess."
"Yup. I told you it was pretty bad on the phone. He went all house-wife on the place, so now it's spotless. Not that I'm complaining though. A cute boy cooking for me and spoiling me silly? My dream!"
"Sure sounds like alot of background and meat for one game... Let's see what we got. A... Giant sword guy... A demon edge lord... Hm?" [he hums as he reads] "Jae Valen, a scholar of Revena. Yeah. I'm picking this guy." [pause] "I mean, yeah. I picked him because he's hot. So what?"
LIAM BERK -- Age 21. Male. The youngest of the group of idiots and a student studying as a computer science major. He's awkward and shy due to his crazy sense of social anxiety and over-reacting, but he opens up alot amongst his group of friends still. He's the mom-friend and worries about the others alot. But despite his sheepish outer appearance, he's actually got a darker side to him if you make him angry. He also loves video games and tends to cry. Like, alot.
Vocal Range: Normal to Higher Pitched
Vocal Personality: Shy and sheepish, Liam doesn't really know how to project his voice and always speaks in a soft tone. When he does freak out and panic, he's on the borderline of crying every time. And when he gets angry... Well, let's hope we don't have to see him angry about something. The only thing he'll talk really fast and really excitedly about is video games usually.
"Ah! Just a sec! I'm almost done making snacks and getting drinks! Is wine okay...? S-Sorry if the house is still messy, by the way... Kieran had more furniture than I realized... But I worked hard to get it together for you all! I hope that's okay..."
"I know... But you guys coming here is nice enough for me. I'm just glad that I don't have to spend today alone... Especially when..." [ugly dramatic sobbing] "We were supposed to have our anniversary TOGETHER...! Why did he have to dump me before today?!"
"Okay, so I got us an RPG called 'Far Away Ventures!' Neat, right? You pick the adventurer you want to play as, and you play through the campaign to stop the evil wizard, Daylin, and his army of demon vampires! Me personally, I'm going with this guy: a super cool demon rogue! So awesome...!"
(NOTE: He literally picked the edge-lord of the game.)
